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Carmine Construction Group, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"Carmine is a great, honest guy that did an amazing job repairing my foundation wall. I had an old window buried underground that was not properly sealed and leaking water to the basement. Carmine and his team carefully removed the old window and old bricks then properly sealed with concrete blocks and cement. He gave me a fantastic price and finished the job quickly. He also suggested to add an exterior French drain which he installed in a few hours as a secondary defense to remove water from the foundation. I highly recommend Carmine and plan to hire him again for some additional projects."
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Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I dealt with John and Dave. They were always very punctual, the proposal was specific it clearly stated what they would be doing, the size of the septic tank, overflow, main line and the cost. It was all done to code. They were polite, responsive and answered all my questions even after the work was completed, I wish I would have realized or been told how extensive the area that was disturbed would be. I would have removed more of the plants."
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Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Elite Piping Solutions
4.8(
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"Elite Piping Solutions is an amazing company. I wish I could give them a 6-star rating because they are truly exceptional! They were prompt, courteous, and efficient at every step of the process. They followed up on my query within a couple of hours, came to inspect exactly on the dot, did the research to get me the top-of-the-line replacement, and gave me a very competitive estimate. I independently verified the details, and everything was correct and accurate. The crew came when promised, did the installation well within the estimated time and left the place spotless. Not only that, but they also carefully took out parts of the system that could be re-used, neatly packaged, and left them in the basement for me. Other estimates I got were much higher, including extra charges for coming within a day. Another company would not or could not replace my system (which is top of the line) and added additional charges for "adjustments'! This company is the best!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC
4.1(
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Crew arrived on time, performed the work in the estimated time, and did a really good job. They were very neat and left the area clean. I highly recommend C2G."
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Response time1 day
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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RHP Unlimited
4.3(
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were very,very pleased with Brian your local handyman. He repaired our deck quickly and very inexpensivly. There were others that came and made the job appear to be much larger and asked thousands instead of hundreds. Have already recommended him to a friend who also hired him. Very, very good choice."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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A-1 Tank Removals and Installations
4.6(
222
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

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Credit card accepted

"I was very happy with the work they did abandoning my below ground oil tank and installing a new above ground tank. They were able to save my plants located near the abandoned tank as well!"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brian Fenning Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Merrick, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 30 years of experience serving the Seaford and surrounding area, Brian Fenning Plumbing & Heating, Inc. is your solution for all your plumbing needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness, and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers. Call us today! Satisfaction guaranteed!

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Response time2 hrs
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FAQs for excavation projects in Merrick, NY

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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